Total 81 Quality Assurance / Control job vacancies in Stafford, ST 16 2DH

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When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons.  Imagine a career working with intelligent, diverse people sharing a common quest. Imagine a workplace where you can be yourself. Where you can thrive. Where you can find your next, right now. We’ve got what you’re looking for.

Job Description:

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Not Applicable/None

This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.

For more than 75 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in diverse, collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions—and to help them see new possibilities.

Salary Range: 

$17.74 - $31.06

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

The position may require a COVID vaccination or an approved accommodation/exemption for a disability/medical condition or religious belief as required by customer requirements and some cases federal, state, provincial or local mandates.

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Diversity is ingrained in who we are, how we do business, and is one of our company’s core values. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for minority, female, disabled, protected veteran and LGBTQ+.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

Compliance Auditor
Field-based – North of England
Full Time – 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday
We are looking to recruit an experienced Compliance Auditor to join our busy and evolving Audit Department to provide an effective & efficient Audit Compliance service to the business, specifically in relation to Stock and Cash Loss, Fraud Detection, People Protection and Premises Protection.
Reporting to the Audit Manager this is a highly visible role within the Company with key responsibilities including carrying out internal audits to identify any issues or areas of weaknesses that pose a risk to the business, conducting thorough investigations where necessary, implementing best practice processes to protect the Company and providing feedback and insight into patterns and analytics through detailed reporting. You will need to demonstrate highly effective communication skills to be able to influence others at all levels within the business.
This role will involve travel around our branch network in the North of England to conduct site visits and attend meetings at our Head Office in Eastbourne when required.
Key objectives of this role include:

Designing and holding compliance-based workshops, reviewing compliance risks and training new colleagues.
Provide supportive feedback and coaching throughout the year to help management achieve audit performance objectives
Build effective working relationships within the team, Regions, Head Office Departments and Supply Chain and manage stakeholders to drive compliance and risk resilience culture.
Continuously improve business continuity plan to ensure well-organized recovery during and after a crisis.
Identify, and investigate issues of internal fraud/theft/abuse, review procedures to put measures in place to prevent/reduce repeat occurrences.
Communicate investigation outcomes and recommendations to all levels of the business, whilst actively seeking feedback and seizing opportunities to learn and develop
Coordinate with Government agencies for further support based on investigation findings and attending court or tribunals as and when required.
Monitor analyse react and submit loss incident reports in compliance with company and insurance requirements, supporting any related investigations.
Specifying and monitoring the effectiveness of physical security equipment, including Intruder Alarms, CCTV and Safes, advise and consult with Audit Manager to agree the best cost-effective solutions.
Build and maintain effective working relationships with external partners, regulatory agencies, industry security, and suppliers.
Challenge current policies and procedures and implement recommendations to protect the business

Who we are looking for to join the team:

Previous experience in a Compliance Auditor or similar role is advantageous
Proficient with physical security design, development, and implementation
Has strong interpersonal with the ability to influence and obtain commitment from others to build consistently productive relationships across other functions & departments
Works methodically through tasks and on own initiative and takes responsibility for own actions
Encourages others to use initiative to resolve issues and improve efficiency
Possess analytical, statistical and numeracy skills with attention to detail and acute observation and listening skills
Manages pressure effectively to meet deadlines and cope with setbacks, seeking support if necessary
Can identify and suggest any means of improving efficiency or service
Makes timely, clear decisions about complex matters which may involve difficult choices and considered risks
Has strong planning and organisational skills with the ability to retain focus whilst demonstrating high levels of drive
Be a confident driver with a full driving licence

In return, some of the benefits we offer include:

Competitive salary
31 days holiday including bank holidays increasing with service
Company Car
Private Medical Insurance
Free life assurance
5% of your salary employer contribution to the pension plan (subject to employee contributions)
Wagestream - a money management app that gives you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it
Brewers Colleague discounts give you huge savings on home improvements
Employee Assistance Programme through Retail Trust which includes a Virtual GP service that is accessible to colleagues, partner/spouse and children
Medicash, an optional funded scheme where you can claim money back for common routine healthcare treatments
Discounts and rewards with selected partners - major high street brands, supermarkets etc
Additional financial assistance such as Cycle to Work Scheme, Season Ticket Loans and Helping Hand Loan Scheme for times of crisis
Comprehensive Induction Programme and ongoing development
After a qualifying period, you will also be eligible for additional benefits such as profit-related pay, enhanced Maternity/Paternity pay and a chance to use our Holiday Homes in Cornwall or the Lake District

If you believe your skills match our needs and would welcome the challenge and the opportunity of joining our team, please click the Apply Now button at the bottom of this page to complete the mandatory application form.
This role may be removed from listings before the closing date if we receive a high number of applications or are successful in finding an appointment. Applicants will be reviewed on an on-going basis.

Compliance Auditor
Field-based – North of England
Full Time – 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday
We are looking to recruit an experienced Compliance Auditor to join our busy and evolving Audit Department to provide an effective & efficient Audit Compliance service to the business, specifically in relation to Stock and Cash Loss, Fraud Detection, People Protection and Premises Protection.
Reporting to the Audit Manager this is a highly visible role within the Company with key responsibilities including carrying out internal audits to identify any issues or areas of weaknesses that pose a risk to the business, conducting thorough investigations where necessary, implementing best practice processes to protect the Company and providing feedback and insight into patterns and analytics through detailed reporting. You will need to demonstrate highly effective communication skills to be able to influence others at all levels within the business.
This role will involve travel around our branch network in the North of England to conduct site visits and attend meetings at our Head Office in Eastbourne when required.
Key objectives of this role include:

Designing and holding compliance-based workshops, reviewing compliance risks and training new colleagues.
Provide supportive feedback and coaching throughout the year to help management achieve audit performance objectives
Build effective working relationships within the team, Regions, Head Office Departments and Supply Chain and manage stakeholders to drive compliance and risk resilience culture.
Continuously improve business continuity plan to ensure well-organized recovery during and after a crisis.
Identify, and investigate issues of internal fraud/theft/abuse, review procedures to put measures in place to prevent/reduce repeat occurrences.
Communicate investigation outcomes and recommendations to all levels of the business, whilst actively seeking feedback and seizing opportunities to learn and develop
Coordinate with Government agencies for further support based on investigation findings and attending court or tribunals as and when required.
Monitor analyse react and submit loss incident reports in compliance with company and insurance requirements, supporting any related investigations.
Specifying and monitoring the effectiveness of physical security equipment, including Intruder Alarms, CCTV and Safes, advise and consult with Audit Manager to agree the best cost-effective solutions.
Build and maintain effective working relationships with external partners, regulatory agencies, industry security, and suppliers.
Challenge current policies and procedures and implement recommendations to protect the business

Who we are looking for to join the team:

Previous experience in a Compliance Auditor or similar role is advantageous
Proficient with physical security design, development, and implementation
Has strong interpersonal with the ability to influence and obtain commitment from others to build consistently productive relationships across other functions & departments
Works methodically through tasks and on own initiative and takes responsibility for own actions
Encourages others to use initiative to resolve issues and improve efficiency
Possess analytical, statistical and numeracy skills with attention to detail and acute observation and listening skills
Manages pressure effectively to meet deadlines and cope with setbacks, seeking support if necessary
Can identify and suggest any means of improving efficiency or service
Makes timely, clear decisions about complex matters which may involve difficult choices and considered risks
Has strong planning and organisational skills with the ability to retain focus whilst demonstrating high levels of drive
Be a confident driver with a full driving licence

In return, some of the benefits we offer include:

Competitive salary
31 days holiday including bank holidays increasing with service
Company Car
Private Medical Insurance
Free life assurance
5% of your salary employer contribution to the pension plan (subject to employee contributions)
Wagestream - a money management app that gives you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it
Brewers Colleague discounts give you huge savings on home improvements
Employee Assistance Programme through Retail Trust which includes a Virtual GP service that is accessible to colleagues, partner/spouse and children
Medicash, an optional funded scheme where you can claim money back for common routine healthcare treatments
Discounts and rewards with selected partners - major high street brands, supermarkets etc
Additional financial assistance such as Cycle to Work Scheme, Season Ticket Loans and Helping Hand Loan Scheme for times of crisis
Comprehensive Induction Programme and ongoing development
After a qualifying period, you will also be eligible for additional benefits such as profit-related pay, enhanced Maternity/Paternity pay and a chance to use our Holiday Homes in Cornwall or the Lake District

If you believe your skills match our needs and would welcome the challenge and the opportunity of joining our team, please click the Apply Now button at the bottom of this page to complete the mandatory application form.
This role may be removed from listings before the closing date if we receive a high number of applications or are successful in finding an appointment. Applicants will be reviewed on an on-going basis.

The post holder will ensure patients and stakeholders of the Trust receive an excellent standard of customer care and administrative support. The post holder will be accountable and responsible for the line management of identified non-clinical staff within the Data Quality team. They will be required to support the Data Quality Manager in the selection and recruitment of staff, including administering professional development reviews and annual appraisals, to motivate and ensure staff are up to date with training requirements in all areas, assisting with training when required. The post holder will also be responsible in promoting development. The post holder will provide support/supervision at all times and be responsible for the allocation of work for identified non-clinical staff. The post holder will be required to deputise in the absence of the Data Quality Manager. The post holder will support the collection and accurate recording of information on all clinical systems. To proactively monitor and validate Referral to Treatment (RTT) pathways to ensure patients waiting times are accurately recorded. To maintain the Trust RTT Patient Tracker List (PTL), ensuring patients are placed on appropriate pathways. The post holder will be actively involved in Trust auditing and drafting reports for analysis. When identified, to organise and deliver training to departments or individuals to ensure improvements with Data Quality within the Trust. KEY TASKS: Support and System Development To be responsible for the validation of all Referral to Treatment pathways to ensure national and local RTT rules and access policies and guidance have been followed. To ensure accurate and timely data is recorded on the relevant clinical systems against the relevant pathway. To liaise with a variety of relevant departments to facilitate earlier bookings of appointments or tests where available to ensure breaches are reduced. To escalate areas where workflows are not being followed across pathways to the Data Quality Manager. To also investigate these areas to see if training needs to be provided or propose workflow changes to be implemented. To process map teams in order to understand workflows and analysis where improvements to streamline the service may be identified. To liaise with relevant operational staff groups and individuals to plan, organise and deliver relevant RTT/workflow training. To run regular Data Quality reports to ensure staff within the team are working on up-to-date lists and to see if training implemented reduces inaccuracies in the data. To produce and present reports and statistics including complex information from multiple data sources and components including SPC, trend analysis and focussed action plans to drive improvement. To collate, analyse and interpret data to share with external organisations including the local ICB, NHS E and others as appropriate. To prepare reports for analysis following completion of the monthly audit programme using a range of tools including Excel and PowerBI. To communicate audit reporting to staff to provide awareness of the implications in relation to activity data, performance and effectiveness. To develop Standard Operating Procedures and ensure workflows are in line with Trust Policies. To participate in projects as directed by the Data Quality Manager. To be a point of contact for Business Continuity purposes. This may include supporting the Data Quality Manager in assessing Business Impact Analysis in order to identify Business Continuity plans. Leadership & Change Management To assign weekly worklists and provide training to the team on how to complete specific lists. Complete regular data quality audits and feedback the outcomes as appropriate to the Data Quality Manager. To delegate and ensure time critical tasks are completed by their deadlines or escalate to the Data Quality manager if support is required. Use specialist knowledge of trust systems and workflows to identify areas of data quality that require improvement and work with the appropriate staff to make improvements. Support the introduction of new systems and collate and feedback development of, and changes to, existing systems. To line manage and support the Data Quality team in line with trust policies and procedures, including authorising leave requests. To undertake supervisions, appraisals, staff training and development as applicable. Monitoring mandatory training for the Data Quality staff as delegated. To report sickness for identified staff and arrange sickness reviews and support plans in line with Trust policy. To lead and co-ordinate regular designated meetings. Ensuring staff are informed of organisational objectives and updated with service developments. To ensure actions are completed, and issues are escalated to the Data Quality Manager where appropriate. Responsible for carrying out detailed induction to new and temporary staff. Education & Training To use workflow knowledge to support planning and delivery of delivered alongside the Data Quality Manager. Using knowledge of national and local guidance, support the RTT and e-Care training programmes, including delivery of training to individuals and groups as required. Including the production of training materials as appropriate. To support the Data Quality team by feeding back themes from audits, supporting staff where extra training is required and delivering training as needed. To keep up to date with national and local policy changes, including patient access policies and RTT wait time rules. To be responsible for own personal development, including support the Data Quality Manager in the development of the Data Quality Team. Professional Conduct and Professional Development Develop and maintain own professional knowledge and skills through learning. Deputise for Data Quality Manager in their absence as appropriate. Attend and contribute to all internal and external meetings as relevant to the post. To ensure health and safety issues around the Trust buildings are monitored and reported to the appropriate departments. To undertake any other appropriate tasks as requested by the Data Quality Manager to meet the needs of the service.

As our next Engineering Apprentice starting on 2nd September 2024, you'll be a valued integral part of our Plant Vehicle Quality team. As part of your role, you’ll be instrumental in driving the resolution of quality issues by ensuring we contribute to the success of the business.

You're not the type to shy away from challenges or responsibility. You thrive on being part of a team while also being able to work independently. Enthusiasm, confidence and having the ability to build relationships are all traits that define you.

You'll need to be able to get stuck right into the heart of the plant quality department, this could consist of being first point of contact for quality issues to problem solving. You would get involved in continuous improvement projects, and data management, which would provide exposure to a range of skills.

Within this role, you would have the opportunity to support the wider team across different departments such as Metrology, Supplier parts Quality, Production, Manufacturing & Engineering.

If you enjoy working within a practical, solution-focused environment and have a passion for solving problems, then this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

The Key Requirements...

Achieved 5 GCSE’s (or relevant or equivalent qualification) to include a Level 4 and above in Maths and English
You’ll have hobbies and interests which reflect your interest in fixing and repairing things or creativity.
You'll enjoy problem solving with a logical and structured approach.
At Aston Martin, we take great pride in our brand history and the family feel that permeates throughout our organisation. Joining Aston Martin means becoming part of a business that is committed to excellence and has a breadth of exposure in the luxury automotive industry.

Here at Aston Martin, our mission is to embark on an exciting new era for the business, and we need individuals who have the courage to write their own chapter in our journey towards becoming the world's most desirable ultra-luxury British performance brand. Our purpose is clear, and we are striving to achieve our goal of becoming the epitome of luxury and performance.

When you join Aston Martin, you become part of a team that works towards a common goal, helping us to shape the future of the brand. But we know that no one builds an Aston Martin on their own. Behind every legendary car and iconic landmark, there are countless individuals who make extraordinary things happen every day. That's why we honour the name of every person who has ever been part of our incredible legacy by inscribing them on the walls of our factory.

Within this role, there is an opportunity to fully develop your skills and contribute to the success of our Car Quality team. The apprenticeship programme will aid your growth and shape your future whilst potentially offering supervisory and technical opportunities.

People stay with our business because of the pride we have in our brand history, the excellence we strive for, and the fact that we are known as an employer of choice in the industry. Aston Martin is an organisation that offers a unique blend of heritage and innovation, making us stand out from the crowd.

What you’ll gain…

Enrol onto BTEC Level 3 in Engineering
Hours: Monday – Thursday 7.00am – 4.00pm and Friday 7.00am – 12.00pm
Full-time onsite at St Athans, South Wales
Continued development and 1-2-1 training programmes
Commit to a 4-year varied programme which may include;, process improvements and problem solving skills
The Benefits and Perks...

Starting salary £17,100
Salary increments (subject to performance and criteria being met over the programme)
26 days annual leave + 8 Statutory bank hols
Pension Scheme
Medical Cover and Health Cash Plan
Life Assurance
The Next Step and time frames...

Upon application you will receive an acknowledgement response of application received. If you meet the criteria, then the following will apply. At each stage of the following process you will be advised of the outcome.

Online psychometric gamification assessment (not timed)
Phone interview – with a member of the Talent Acquisition team (20 minutes)
In-person assessment centre – a chance to come and meet the team you’ve applied to join
Outcome – we will let you know the outcome of your assessment centre attendance
Don’t miss out on this great opportunity, apply today by clicking on the ‘apply now’ button. Belong at Aston Martin

We understand that the incredible beauty, craft, and art that defines an Aston Martin comes from the inclusion of our amazing people.

We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, colour, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and beliefs. We celebrate diversity and are seeking applicants who can bring something different.

Please speak to us if there is anything you need to support making an application with us.

Please find attached our Job Description and Person Specification for more detail on your Key Accountabilities, then if you feel you have what it takes to make a difference in your local communities, click APPLY! Benefits included with this role are: NHS pension a comprehensive in house & external training programmes career progression starting annual leave of 27 days per annum increasing to 33 days pa based on length of service (plus paid bank holidays) staff physio service NHS discounts and many more. Please visit our Facebook and Twitter page @NSFTjobs